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See which cities and communities you should be keeping an eye on this year.

The last decade has seen more and more people move back to large cities and urban centers from nearby cities. Despite that, it was mid-size cities that saw the largest growth relative to size in 2017. Many of these cities are also home to some of the most popular 55-plus communities in the country. Besides long-standing active adult communities, the growth in cities like Frisco, TX and Kent, WA has also seen an emergence of new developments that make them an ideal retirement destination. Here are five of the fastest-growing cities in the country in 2017 as well as the 55-plus communities that surround them.

The Dallas-Fort Worth Area has long been one of the fastest growing in the country. For decades now, Dallas and its suburbs have been a shining example of America’s heartland. That growth has not slowed in recent years, it just must find new areas in the region to go. Step up Frisco, a suburb just north of Dallas. Frisco is in a prime location in the metro area, including a border on Lewisville Lake and easy highway access to Downtown Dallas. Frisco itself is home to the several museums, green space, and the shopping options of a major city.

Active adults looking in the Frisco area will have no shortage of options when looking for a 55-plus community. Del Webb’s Frisco Lakes entered the market in 2006 and is still building with plans to include 3,000 single-family homes. Like all Del Webb communities, it includes a wide array of amenities, including a 28,000 square-foot clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and tennis courts. Waterford Point at The Tribute is the newest active adult community in the area and is already generating a lot of buzz. The community will include 417 single-family homes, a clubhouse, infinity pool, zen garden, and several other resort-style amenities.

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This Seattle suburb has seen the second-highest growth of any city in the country and for good reason. Its location south of Seattle provides residents with everything a lover of the Pacific Northwest would want in retirement. With the Pacific Ocean just minutes away, Kent is home to some of the most popular outdoor spaces in Washington. Residents enjoy trips to Saltwater State Park, Flaming Geyser State Park, Angle Lake Park, and Lake Meridian Park. On top of its recreational options, Kent is just a short drive to Seattle, which includes a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, including professional football and baseball.

One of the most popular 55-plus communities near Kent is Trilogy at Tehaleh in Bonney Lake. Construction began in 2012 and the community will eventually include 500 single-family homes. It includes a clubhouse – the Seven Summits Lodge – with a fitness center, indoor lap pool, and The Mantle Restaurant. Its modern amenities were designed to fit in with the greenery and climate of Western Washington. Another nearby community that includes amenities that blends seamlessly with the environment is AutumnWood at Brooktree in Tacoma, There, residents will find 128 single-family homes, parks and natural space, walking and biking trails, and horseshoe pits.

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The Fort Meyers – Cape Coral Area has long been a destination for active adults looking for a sunny, oceanside retirement. With so much demand it was inevitable the growth would push out to nearby cities like Lehigh Acres. Lehigh Acres is an ideal spot in the region due to its easy access to the various natural spaces as well as still being near the entertainment and waterfront locations of Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Outdoor enthusiasts love being near Lee County Manatee Park, Caloosahatchee Regional Park, and Lazy Spring Recreation park, among many others. Residents only have to travel a short distance to enjoy the many highly rated restaurants, shopping centers, and golf courses of Fort Myers and Cape Coral. That also includes access to the Gulf of Mexico through the Caloosahatchee River.

Prospective buyers will have no shortage of options as there are 26 active lifestyle communities to choose from near Lehigh Acres. Cascades at River Hall in Alva is one of the most popular in the region with its two clubhouses, two fitness centers, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course. Verandah in Fort Myers is one of the largest active lifestyle communities in the region. It will include 1,700 homes upon completion and features a variety of resort-style amenities like a clubhouse, fitness center, restaurant and lounge, tennis courts, and two 18-hole golf courses.

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Perhaps one of the more surprising cities on the list, Meridian is the fastest-growing city in Idaho and presents a unique retirement options. Located near Boise, Meridian is home over 70,000 people and known as a great place to live for families. It is home to many active recreational areas like Eagle Island State Park, Roaring Springs Water Park, and Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park. Its location near Boise presents residents with a variety of entertainment and dining options. Boise is also home to Boise State University and a great option for active adults looking to further their education.

Meridian itself includes three 55-plus communities: Heritage Grove, La Playa Manor, and James Place. Heritage Grove began construction in 2014 and will include 116 single-family homes, a clubhouse, picnic area, and walking and biking trails. La Playa Manor completed construction on its 76 homes in 2000. Amenities include a clubhouse, billiards, a media center, and parks and natural space. James Place includes 73 single-family homes, a clubhouse, exercise room, outdoor pool, and parks and natural space.

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The college town and capital of Texas has seen a population boom over the last two decades that makes it the fastest-growing city in the country. Austin has evolved from a quirky town known for its BBQ and music scene into what has become an archetype for early millennium urban centers. The growth of the city has been driven by tech jobs and notable events like South by Southwest. With that growth has come highly rated restaurants, world-class shopping, and museums. Austin is also home to several well-regarded outdoor recreational spaces like Zilker Park, Lake Travis, and Lady Bird Lake. The city is also home to The University of Texas, which provides excellent lifelong learning programs.

The growth of Austin has also seen an increase in active adult communities in the area. Retirees looking for a warm weather climate while also being near an active city center have made Austin a prime 55-plus spot in Texas. There are ten active lifestyle communities in the Austin Area, one of the biggest and most popular is Sun City Texas in Georgetown. Del Webb began construction on the community in 1995 with the plan of building 9,900 single-family and attached homes. Like all Del Webb communities, it includes a wide variety of resort-style amenities, including a 86,000 square-foot clubhouse, three 18-hole golf courses, fitness center, and so much more. Heritage at Vizcaya in Round Rock includes 750 new construction homes, a 6,500 square-foot clubhouse, fitness center, billiards room, and outdoor pool and spa.